If you feel out of place in a situation, remember this: everybody around you probably does too. We all have our own insecurities. Start building confidence taking risks and having the ability to do stuff that scares you.
STAND UP STRAIGHT
Keeping your back straight, your shoulders back and your head held high is a game changer.
Displays;
– status
– power
– control
Never slouch or hunch over; it can make you look and feel less confident.
KEEP YOUR CHIN AND HEAD UP
Whether you are standing in a crowd or walking down a street, always keep your head up and your eyes looking straight ahead. That would also teach you remain calm or cheerful in a difficult or unpleasant situation.
KEEP HANDS OUT OF POCKETS
Keeping your hands visible indicates you feel confident in yourself, your current situation and ready to handle anything. Make sure your hands are always visible, never hiding.
MAINTAIN EYE CONTACT
Use the 50/70 rule.
This means you should hold eye contact between 50%–70% of the time. Good eye contact is the most important technique to practise if you wish to appear calm, honest, friendly and confident.
STAND IN AN OPEN STANCE
Standing with your feet too close together can give the impression that you are timid. Aim to have your feet in line with your shoulders.
SMILE
When dealing with any situation or scenario where we’re uncomfortable, it’s easy to get caught up in our heads. Smiling has a powerful effect, a genuine smile communicates that you are friendly, honest and trustworthy and makes you more attractive.
DEVELOP A FIRM HANDSHAKE
A firm, solid handshake can give you an immediate impression of confidence while a limp handshake can communicate weakness.
TAKE BIG STEPS
Take long purposeful steps, rather than short, quick or hurried steps. A slower, deliberate walk will make you appear confident and in control of your life.
GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD
If you feel out of place in a situation, remember this: everybody around you probably does too. We all have our own insecurities. Start building confidence taking risks and having the ability to do stuff that scares you.
